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📊 Monthly Climate Overview
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Sun h | Wind km/h | Sea °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.1°C | 12.4°C | 3.9 mm | 1 | 9.8 h | 16.9 km/h | 23.5°C |
| Feb | 23.8°C | 13.8°C | 3 mm | 1 | 10.2 h | 17.6 km/h | 22.6°C |
| Mar | 26.9°C | 16.6°C | 6 mm | 1 | 11.2 h | 18.3 km/h | 23°C |
| Apr | 31.3°C | 20.5°C | 0.9 mm | 0 | 11.9 h | 18.9 km/h | 23.5°C |
| May | 35.7°C | 24.6°C | 0.8 mm | 0 | 12.6 h | 18.8 km/h | 25°C |
| Jun | 38.2°C | 26.9°C | 0 mm | 0 | 13.0 h | 18.2 km/h | 27.8°C |
| Jul | 39.4°C | 28.2°C | 0.1 mm | 0 | 13.0 h | 16.6 km/h | 29.1°C |
| Aug | 39.6°C | 28.7°C | 0 mm | 0 | 12.4 h | 16 km/h | 30.2°C |
| Sep | 37.7°C | 27.4°C | 0 mm | 0 | 11.5 h | 16 km/h | 28.7°C |
| Oct | 33.5°C | 23.6°C | 2.1 mm | 0 | 10.9 h | 15.3 km/h | 27.7°C |
| Nov | 28.4°C | 19.2°C | 2.2 mm | 1 | 10.4 h | 16 km/h | 27.1°C |
| Dec | 24.3°C | 15°C | 1.2 mm | 0 | 9.7 h | 16.3 km/h | 25.4°C |
📖Climate & Best Time to Visit Sharm el-Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh (Egypt) has a tropical climate with an annual average of around 27 °C. Daytime highs average 32 °C, while nights cool to about 21 °C. The destination sees roughly 20 mm of rainfall per year and 11.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
On the Sinai Peninsula — diving at Ras Mohammed National Park and Tiran reef, snorkelling in Naama Bay and desert trips to Mount Sinai.
Classic travel season is the warmer half of the year: highs reach 39.6 °C in August with only 0 rainy days. The sunniest month is June with 13.0 hours of daily sun; the driest is April at just 0 rain days.
Note: with roughly 27 °C between the hottest and coldest month, picking the right time of year matters a lot here.
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Frequently asked questions about Sharm el-Sheikh
When is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
The best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh: November to March – best in November (avg. 23.8 °C, 1 rainy day). Based on the monthly values for 2014 to 2023.
What are the temperatures in Sharm el-Sheikh?
The warmest month is August with an average of 34.2 °C and daytime highs around 39.6 °C. The coldest month is January with an average of 17.3 °C and night-time lows around 12.4 °C.
How many rainy days does Sharm el-Sheikh have?
January has the most rainy days with 1 rainy day. The driest month is April with 0 rainy days.
What is the sea temperature near Sharm el-Sheikh?
The water is warmest in August at an average of 30.2 °C and coolest in February at 22.6 °C.